as in to spend
to make complete use of
I drew down my bank account just paying for tuition
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Recent Examples of draw down
China, holding roughly 15% of global oil stocks before the war broke out, could run through its oil reserves by late October if forced to draw down inventories to cover any supply shortfall, according to Fitch Ratings.
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Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Global inventories are drawing down at a record pace, leaving the market increasingly vulnerable to fresh disruptions.
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Devika Krishna Kumar,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
The reservoir, which is operated by Denver Water, is being drawn down for the summer, to redirect water to another reservoir where less will be lost to evaporation.
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Evan Bush,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
The higher benefits drew down the fund, and when the Great Recession struck six years later, rapidly expanding unemployment, the sudden spike in payouts forced the state to borrow about $10 billion from the federal government.
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Dan Walters,
Oc Register,
2 June 2026
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Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Global inventories are drawing down at a record pace, leaving the market increasingly vulnerable to fresh disruptions.
—
Devika Krishna Kumar,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
The reservoir, which is operated by Denver Water, is being drawn down for the summer, to redirect water to another reservoir where less will be lost to evaporation.
—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
The higher benefits drew down the fund, and when the Great Recession struck six years later, rapidly expanding unemployment, the sudden spike in payouts forced the state to borrow about $10 billion from the federal government.
—
Dan Walters,
Oc Register,
2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for draw down
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Nowadays, Monson de Kansky still keeps busy, whether by managing the Sierra Madre property; spending time with her four children, six grandchildren and cat, Lizzie; keeping up with current affairs and old friends; or, naturally, teaching dance.
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Workers were dispatched throughout La Guaira and parts of Caracas, where families and volunteers have spent the last few days pulling survivors and bodies from the wreckage despite a lack of heavy equipment and limited guidance from authorities.
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Certain people should be especially mindful about consuming chocolate chips.
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Some blooms can be consumed or mixed into elixirs, bringing aesthetic charm, subtle flavor, and wellness benefits to your dishes and routine.
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Several environmental groups have also proposed removing or entirely bypassing the Glen Canyon Dam, draining what's left into Lake Mead, and implementing stricter water conservation measures.
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The president said that his administration would have to drain the pool and start over again as the new liner shed chunks of itself.
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In the finals, Israel faced an Australian team already exhausted after fending off South Korea, Japan and Rhodesia (itself in the Asian tournament after being banned in Africa over its white governing regime).
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For years, people have been frustrated and exhausted by the seemingly endless amount of swiping and small talk that go nowhere on dating apps.
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Shamea and Porsha’s passive back-and-forth is a fascinating take on how icing someone out after a friendship falls apart can play out on a show like The Real Housewives.
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In April, when Rojas got news that his father had been rushed to the hospital, Roberts quickly took the decision on whether to play out of Rojas’ hands, scratching him from the lineup.
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New flyover ramps connecting to I-95 would also be built, while sound barriers would be installed along both sides of the corridor to help reduce traffic noise for nearby residents.
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The rich treatment balances strengthening plant proteins with nourishing rosehip and sweet almond oils to reduce breakage and replenish moisture.
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There are other good reasons to use up your food scraps.
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Spritzer What better way to use up small portions left on your bar cart than making a wine spritzer?
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That agreement set a 60-day period for negotiations on key issues, including the future of Tehran’s nuclear program amid concerns that Iran wants to use it for military purposes, a claim the country denies.
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The individuals said the restoration will help ensure the organizations can use the model for defensive cyber purposes.
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“Draw down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/draw%20down. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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